Animal Ethics - Executive Officer

Location: Broadmeadows / Charleston Road

Role Type: Part-time ongoing role (0.2 FTE)

About us:

Bendigo Kangan Institute is one of Victoria's largest TAFE providers. We offer state-of-the-art training centres providing a wide range of courses in a variety of fields. We foster a culture that is customer-centric, works together and focuses on achieving our best in a healthy and supportive environment. If you are passionate about putting the customer first, thrive on being part of an inclusive and united team, please read the detailed position description document to understand our values and focus.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects and represents the vibrant and diverse communities where we work, teach and study. We welcome First Nations people, people of all genders, ages, cultures, religions, disabilities, sexual orientations, family structures and those with caring responsibilities. Our culture celebrates diversity and prioritises wellbeing and belonging, ensuring our people can thrive.

About The Role:

The position of Animal EthicsExecutive Officer key purpose is to coordinate the workings of the Bendigo Kangan Institute Animal Ethics committee, and to ensure that the institute meets its legislative requirements under the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes. Compliance with this legislation is mandatory for the use of animals for teaching purposes.

Key accountabilities will include:

• Assisting in the development and tracking of SOPs and Applications governing the use of animals in teaching.
• Scheduling Animal Ethics Committee meetings
• Animal Ethics Committee meeting document preparation and distribution including application documentation, agenda and minutes.
• Developing and reviewing compliance documents such as institute policies and procedures.
• Documenting, reporting and guiding the follow-up of animal emergencies, complaints and unexpected adverse incidents
• Organising and preparing for audits
• Submitting annual animal use reports to Animal Welfare Victoria
• Preparation and distribution of annual reports on the workings of the Bendigo Kangan Institute Animal Ethics committee and of the institute's animal project involvement.
• Checking and ensuring we are meeting legislative requirements and Animal Welfare Victoria guidelines
• Involvement in the review and redrafting of government legislation e.g. Prevention of cruelty to animal's act.
• Other duties as directed.

We are excited about you because you have:

• Competence in Office software such as Word and Excel Spreadsheets
• Experience with interpreting legislative requirements and creating/updating compliance documents
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Good communication skills
  • In this role you will work with a range of different individuals including:
    • Animal Studies and Veterinary Nursing teaching teams
    • AEC committee made up of internal and external members
    • Health, Safety and Wellbeing department
    • Governance, Risk, Legal & Compliance department
  • Ability to multitask in a busy environment and meet deadlines.

We can offer you:

• Attractive work-life balance and flexible work options
• Free onsite parking for most campuses
• Professional development programs
• Fitness Passport Program with exclusive access for you and your family to 230+ locations Australia wide
• Counselling support (EAP) and Health & Wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
• Meaningful work that drives positive social impact
• The opportunity to build a career in a world leading vocational education and training sector, with diverse and emerging career opportunities across Australia.

Things we will require from you:

• Relevant compliance documents including Working with Children Clearance (WWCC), current police check, certified right to work documentation
• Certified vocational qualifications and certified transcripts (as listed in resume and relevant to the position)

If this sounds like the role for you, we invite you to apply by clicking on 'Apply for this job/Apply now'.

All employees are invited to apply for this role; however, preference will be given to current redeployees

For further information regarding this outstanding opportunity, please contact Billy Sheahan - Talent Acquisition Advisor - ********@kangan.edu.au

Position description below for your reference outlining key responsibilities of the role.

Only applications from candidates with valid working rights will be considered. We are a child safe and equal opportunity employer and therefore the successful candidate will be required to hold a current Working with Children check clearance.

Bendigo Kangan Institute acknowledges that their campuses are located on the ancestral lands of the Djaara people of Dja Dja Wurrung, Wurundjeri Peoples of the Kulin Nations, Yorta Yorta Nations and the Gunaikurnai people. The Institute respects their Elders past present and emerging and cultural heritage, and we recognize their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture.

Applications close at 11.59pm on 27 June 2024

Applications will be assessed continuously - interviews may commence prior to advertised closing date.  

NOTE: Bendigo Kangan Institute reserves the right to withdraw this advertised position at any stage.